In this episode of The DTC Insider podcast, Brian Roisentul sat down with Cody Allen, the co-founder of Cuso Cuts, a brand that’s redefining how we think about high-end kitchen essentials and seasonings. Cody teamed up with chef and content creator Jack in 2020, combining their expertise in performance marketing and culinary innovation.
Since launching, they’ve achieved exponential growth year-over-year, hitting national retailers, partnering with NFL players, and growing a massive following of 8M across platforms. From their origins in knives to their success in the seasoning market, Cody’s team has found a way to make these products cool, accessible, and wildly successful.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:The impact of co-founder Jack’s influence on brand success.
How Cuso Cuts achieved over 20% YoY growth during Black Friday.
Content marketing as a powerful driver of customer acquisition.
Adapting to consumer needs: The shift from knives to seasonings.
The role of natural ingredients in elevating home cooking.
Community engagement as a key factor in brand loyalty.
Prioritizing profitability over aggressive growth in 2025.
The complexity of sales attribution and multi-touchpoint tracking.
Appealing to home cooks vs. professional chefs in brand positioning.
The strategic approach to transitioning from online to retail.
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